Meet Emersen Smith, a 2020 Indian Trail graduate who is currently working as a Board Certified Music Therapist at a therapeutic day center for adults with disabilities.
More about Emersen:
Current city: Minneapolis, MN
Favorite teacher: I have two teachers who inspired me every day I walked into their classroom. Mr. Choi (choir) pushed me to be a better musician, which really paid off when I became a music major. He also started my love for singing in large ensembles. Ms. Phillips pushed me to be a better student in a subject I was often told I would never excel in. She believed in me every day I walked through her doors and worked to help me succeed.
Advice to current 91ÖÆƬ³§ students: My advice to current 91ÖÆƬ³§ students is always to be willing to try new things. This goes for high school and beyond. You are very lucky to have the opportunities that 91ÖÆƬ³§ provides. Participating in high school activities provided me with time management skills to balance performing in college ensembles, athletics, work, and serving as the college mascot, all while prioritizing academics.